Senior Engineering Manager - Systems Engineering

Marshall; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Sr. Engineering Manager, Systems Engineering to lead practices that ensure optimal product performance and reliability. The role involves team leadership, strategic planning, and budget management. Candidates should have over 8 years in systems engineering with strong leadership capabilities. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years in systems engineering, with 3+ years in leadership.
• Eligible for or hold a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) license.
• Experience in regulated industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to establish effective systems engineering practices.
• Provide visionary leadership and set objectives for team members.
• Develop strategic plans for continuous improvement in engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Marshall Canada is seeking a Sr. Engineering Manager, Systems Engineering in Ottawa, ON. This leadership role reports to the Head of Engineering Functions and is responsible for spearheading systems engineering practices to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and scalability of products and solutions.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Champion Effective Systems Engineering Practices: Lead efforts to establish and promote industry standards, methodologies, and tools across the organization.
2. Team Leadership: Provide visionary leadership, set objectives, mentor team members, and facilitate professional development.
3. Strategic Capability Planning: Develop strategic plans to embed systems engineering practices and drive continuous improvement.
4. Technical Guidance: Offer expert guidance on complex engineering challenges and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
5. Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively, oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
6. Stakeholder Communication: Act as a liaison between the team and stakeholders, articulating the value of systems engineering.
7. Quality Assurance: Establish processes and KPIs to ensure effectiveness and value.
8. Budget Oversight: Manage budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and optimize resource allocation.
9. Risk Management: Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor emerging technologies and trends.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• At least 8 years in systems engineering, with 3+ years in leadership.
• Eligible for or hold a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) license.
• Proven leadership, technical capability, and knowledge of systems engineering principles.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Experience in regulated industries is a plus.
• Certifications like PMP or INCOSE are desirable.
• Ability to work remotely and travel as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and meet export control requirements.

Marshall Canada is part of the Marshall Group of Companies, providing engineering services to military and commercial clients across Canada. We offer opportunities to make a significant impact and grow within a supportive environment.

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